Athletic Trainer

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Full time
Location: Grantham
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Job offered by: Messiah College
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link. This position works as a member of the Athletic Training staff to provide healthcare for athletes competing in 22 intercollegiate sports at Messiah College. Primary duties include prevention, clinical evaluation, treatment, rehabilitation, and reconditioning of injuries and illness for Messiah College intercollegiate athletes. Additional duties include organization and administration of the Athletic Training Facility. Education Required

Bachelor’s degree required with current BOC Certification; Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Licensed Athletic Trainer or eligible Education Preferred

Master’s degree in a related field preferred Experience Required

1-3 years of athletic training experience Experience Preferred

College/university experience preferred Skills and Characteristics Required for Position

Ability to effectively assist student athletes with new/recurring injuries from athletics participation to recover physically and emotionally Ability to clearly, accurately and fully complete medical forms related to injuries and insurance coverage Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the stages of student development and importance of holistic education Demonstrate a commitment to continued learning and professional development Excellent oral and written communication skills Ability to assess, evaluate, and manage crisis situations Strong organizational skills Ability to support and articulate the college mission and vision for higher education Special Working Conditions

This position requires the ability to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings as needed. Primary Duties

Prevent athletic injuries and illness Provide clinical evaluation and documentation of athletic injuries and illness via Electronic Medical Records system Provide quality treatment of athletic injuries Develop rehabilitation programs for injured student athletes with proper progression to return to competition Render quality patient care regardless of the patient’s age, gender, nationality, race, or religion Administrative duties related to the operation of the Athletic Training Facility as assigned by the Head Athletic Trainer Work collaboratively with physicians and other allied health professionals to deliver care to student athletes Work collaboratively with athletic coaches to assure the health, safety and welfare of student athletes Provide healthcare at home contests and practices within the sport’s traditional season of competition Participate in continual professional development and maintain certification Provide assessment of student athletic training services Ensure completion of pre-participation paperwork and exams by student-athletes Serve on appropriate departmental and campus committees and be a presence in college activities and governance, including attendance at common Community of Educators (COE) meetings. Maintain consistent and reliable attendance Secondary Duties

Other duties as assigned. Posting Date

01/10/2025 Open Until Filled

Yes Diversity

Messiah University’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence draws inspiration from its mission “to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.” The university has pursued this vision through a strategic planning process that encourages diversity through employee and student composition, campus climate, and an educational program that seeks to equip and enable educators and students to embrace diversity. Candidates should clearly articulate why diversity and inclusive excellence matter to them as persons of faith as well as in their profession. Required Documents

Cover Letter/Letter of Interest Resume

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